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New dental education facility opens in Exeter

EXETER, UK: Replacing an old dental training facility at Heavitree Hospital, the new Dental Education Facility was opened last week in Exeter. In addition ...

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Oral cancer thrives based on lifestyle choices

LONDON, UK: Lifestyle habits like smoking, drinking alcohol or an unbalanced diet, in addition to human papillomavirus infections, appear to have resulted ...

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Nationwide network for women in dentistry launched

LONDON, UK: It is estimated that by 2020 over half of dentists in the UK will be women. In order to address particular challenges related to the ...

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Prescriptions of antibiotics in dentistry decrease

LONDON, UK: In line with general medical practices and hospitals, dental practices in the UK for the first time prescribed fewer antibiotics last year. ...

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The exclusive Black is White christmas offer

LONDON, UK: Combining functionality and innovative design, the Black is White range from CURAPROX, a Curaden brand, presents a true premium consumer ...

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BSDHT extends support for antibiotic awareness initiative

BELFAST, UK: This Friday is European Antibiotic Awareness Day. On this occasion, the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) has announced it ...

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Research posters awarded by BSDHT

BELFAST, UK: At the Oral Health Conference currently being held in Belfast, the winners of the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) Poster ...

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New perspectives shared at Belfast Oral Health Conference

BELFAST, UK: Under the theme of “Perspectives”, members of the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) are currently meeting at ...

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Recipients of 2016 Young Dentist Endodontic Award announced

LONDON, UK: Described as a prize to recognise future stars in dentistry, the Young Dentist Endodontic Award has been given since 2012 to young clinicians ...

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Interview: "Are clinics going to allow time for change?"

About six months ago, London-based dental hygienist-therapist Theodora Little spoke openly about an issue that many dental clinics are facing right now: how...

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Next opportunity for GDPs to learn more about clear aligners

LONDON, UK: This year, Align Technology launched Invisalign Go, an aesthetic tooth straightening product specifically designed to meet the needs of general ...

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Interview: “Make everything about tooth whitening predictable”

Enlighten Smiles is one of the UK’s most trusted tooth whitening brands. With guaranteed results and a strong marketing system, as well as its own ...

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Napier calls for excellence in cosmetic dentistry

EDINBURGH, UK: Once a derided field, cosmetic dentistry has changed so much that it has become the basis of almost everything that dental professionals are ...

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Digital revolution in focus at BACD Edinburgh congress

EDINBURGH, UK: Focusing on the most cutting-edge technology and techniques that can be applied to everyday practice, the British Academy for Cosmetic ...

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New study aims to combat dental anxiety in children

SHEFFIELD, UK: For sufferers of dental anxiety, the fear of dental procedures and check-ups can often lead to neglect of oral care, poorer dental health, ...

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Irish children do not see dentist before entering school

DUBLIN, Ireland: Children in Ireland have their first dental visit some years too late. The average age from which they are screened under the current ...

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General Dental Council introduces case examiners

LONDON, UK: As part of legislative changes implemented earlier this year, the General Dental Council (GDC) introduced case examiners on Tuesday. They will ...

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Research indicates HPV may be responsible for increase in head and neck cancer

DERBY, UK: A study conducted by University of Derby researchers has confirmed previous findings of a link between certain lifestyle choices and a higher ...

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Pension scheme enrolment: Obligations and duties for dental practices

New legislation came into force in June 2012 that will eventually oblige all employers in the UK to automatically enrol certain workers in a pension scheme ...

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Appearance survey shows UK men concerned about their teeth

LONDON, UK: The look of their teeth is of great importance to British men. More than a quarter would choose to have their teeth straightened if they could, ...

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Quality of UK dental services remains high

LONDON, UK: Only 1 per cent of all dental practices inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in 2015 and 2016 required enforcement action for not ...

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Cardiff dental nurse acknowledged for half a century of service

CARDIFF, UK: When Liz Hooper become a Saturday girl at a local dental office in Treharris, the BBC was still broadcasting in black and white, the English ...

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High evaluations could slow down practice acquisitions in the South East

LONDON, UK: Another rise in practice valuations in the UK could mean that practices in the South East and London will find it increasingly difficult to find...

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A hand-powered oral irrigator for everyone

During the BDIA Dental Showcase in London in the UK this year, dental water jets appeared to be a new trend in dental home care. Used in addition to ...

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Pentron products now available exclusively at Wrights

LONDON, UK: At the BDIA Dental Showcase, Wrights announced the exclusive distribution of Pentron products in the UK. The established British dental ...

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BA International —More than just a yellow repair bag

LONDON, UK. It has been another busing three days for BA International at the BDIA Dental Showcase in London. For years, the Northampton company has been ...

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Queen Mary makes headway in development of tooth-repairing fillings

LONDON, UK: In May, the first toothpaste containing bioactive glass was introduced to the public at Queen Mary University of London. Now, a group of ...

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Mark Allen Group takes over BDIA Dental Showcase

LONDON, UK: George Warman Publications, part of the Mark Allen Group, has bought the rights to the BDIA Dental Showcase, the British Dental Industry ...

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Schein extends loyalty scheme, announces new partnerships for Laboratory

LONDON, UK: Henry Schein is extending its recently launched loyalty scheme. Aimed at dental professionals who direct more than 80 per cent of their ...

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Interview: “Something the market lacked before”

Mocom has been distributing its extensive line of products through a number of dealers in the UK so far. For the first time, the Italian manufacturer is ...

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